13min chapter

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Michael and Us: Eat the Rich

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CHAPTER

Elon Musk, Mr. Beast, and the Cult of Personality

This chapter explores the cultural influence of Elon Musk and Mr. Beast, discussing their portrayal in a recent biography and their unconventional actions. It delves into the perspectives of different authors on Musk and questions the origins of extreme wealth. The hosts also criticize Musk's attempt to monetize Twitter and the cultural obsession with online status symbols.

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